1998 Subaru Vivio vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1579 kg more than 1998 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Subaru Vivio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Vivio.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Subaru Vivio 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Subaru Volkswagen
Model Vivio Touareg
Year Released 1998 2004
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 658 cc 3187 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 43 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 54 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 650 kg 2229 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2320 mm 2510 mm


 

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